Ghadames غدامس
Libya UNESCO World Heritage Site
Ghadames is an oasis town and border city in the Nalut District of Libya. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is one of the most looked-up sights in Libya among the 8 country sights on this site.
Planning a visit
The climate in Ghadames features significant temperature variations throughout the year. Summers are very hot, with daily highs reaching 39 °C to 40 °C between June and August. Winters are cooler, with daily highs of 16 °C to 17 °C and lows dropping to 4 °C or 5 °C in January and December. Rainfall is minimal year-round, occurring on about 0 to 1 days per month. Travelers may find the moderate temperatures of spring and autumn more suitable for visiting than the peak summer months.
To reach Ghadames, the nearest airport is Ghadames Airport, located 19 km away. Alternatively, Djerba Zarzis International Airport in Tunisia serves as a hub, situated 433 km from the town. Ghadames is located 465 km from the capital, Tripoli.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 40 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 16 | 19 | 24 | 29 | 34 | 39 | 40 | 39 | 36 | 30 | 22 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 4 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 8 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
